Such men are inspired by the traditions of the past, and pass on the story of their own deaths to inspire fresh heroes in the future.
Broadwood, the instant that he had disentangled himself, faced about, and brought his guns into action.

He was not strong enough, however, nor were his men in a condition, to seriously attack the enemy.

Martyr's mounted infantry had come up, led by the Queenslanders, and at the cost of some loss to themselves helped to extricate the disordered force.
Colvile's Division was behind Bushman's Kop, only a few miles off, and there were hopes that it might push on and prevent the guns and wagons from being removed.

Colvile did make an advance, but slowly and in a flanking direction instead of dashing swiftly forward to retrieve the situation.

It must be acknowledged, however, that the problem which faced this General was one of great difficulty.